Aim of the report: to provide in-depth analysis of the evolution of main territorial trends in relation to the thematic objectives of the Territorial Agenda and the EU2020 Strategy.

Contents of the report: The State of territory report presents the key territorial developments in Europe in relation to the thematic objectives of the Territorial Agenda: Polycentric and balanced territorial development, integrated development in cities, rural and specific regions, integration of cross-border regions, global competitiveness based on strong local economies, improved territorial connectivity; managing ecological, landscape and cultural values. Thematic objectives are then put into perspective with the goals of the EU2020 Strategy.